Highway 97 Wreck Leaves Homes In The Dark Sunday Night
April 13, 2008
A one vehicle accident on Highway 97 plunged several homes into darkness just south of Walnut Hill Sunday night.
The driver of a northbound Pontiac Grand Am lost control in a curve just about a half mile north of Howell Road about 9:30 Sunday night. She skidded across Highway 97 before flipping the vehicle and striking a power pole on the opposite side of the highway. The Grand Am landed upside down, and power lines landed in the southbound lanes of Highway 97.
The 17 year old driver was not seriously injured according to the Florida Highway Patrol. She was out of the vehicle when the Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department arrived on the scene. Troopers say she was transported to the hospital to be evaluated. Her identity was not released due to her age.
Highway 97 was closed for a short time while crews from Escambia River Electric Cooperative worked to string power lines across Highway 97. Power was restored just after 11:00 p.m., about an hour and a half after the crash.
Pictured above and below: The driver of this Pontiac Grand Am was not seriously injured in a Sunday night crash that left many along Highway 97 without power. Pictured bottom: An EREC crew member works to restore power Sunday night. NorthEscambia.com exclusive photos, click to enlarge.
The Renaissance Fair Held Saturday At Northview High School
April 13, 2008
The English Department at Northview High School held “The Renaissance Fair” at the school on Saturday afternoon.
“The fair featured many activities, including jousting at the dreaded Barbarian Pit, trips to the daunting gallows, music and more.
The senior class also performed William Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew” during the event.
For a complete photo gallery from the event, click here.
NorthEscambia.com photos, with additional submitted photos by Perry Byars.
Miss Century Sawmill Crowned
April 13, 2008
Jillian Hegyi (pictured above) was crowned the Overall 2008 Century Sawmill Queen in the 17th Annual Century Sawmill Pageant Saturday afternoon. The pageant was sponsored by the Century Lions Club.
For a complete photo gallery of all of the winners, click here.
Play Ball! Opening Day For Northwest Escambia & Molino; With Photo Galleries
April 13, 2008
Opening day ceremonies for the Molino Recreation Association at Don Sutton Park in Molino and at Bradberry Park in Walnut Hill for the Northwest Escambia League were held Saturday.
For a complete photo gallery from opening day in Walnut Hill, click here.
Opening ceremonies were held Friday evening in Century. Click here for that story and a photo gallery.
If you child plays balll at Molino, Century or Walnut Hill? NorthEscambia.com would love to have your photos, stats and scores. Just email news@northescambia.com with your information.
Pictured above: A game on opening day for the Northwest Escambia League in Walnut Hill. Pictured below: An opening day game for the Molino Recreation Association. NorthEscambia.com exclusive photos.
Century Library Holds Book Sale
April 12, 2008
The Century Branch Library held a book sale Saturday. All proceeds will go to benefit the library on North Century Boulevard.
Three Young People Killed In Friday Night Century Crash, Two Others Injured
April 12, 2008
Three people, two teens and one young adult, died as a result of an two vehicle accident in Century Friday night.
Michael Joe Edwards, 17, of Brewton was driving north on Jefferson Avenue when he failed to stop at a stop sign, driving across Highway 4 into the eastbound path of a 2008 Ford truck driven by William H. Arnett, 43, of Holt. Arnett’s truck struck the left side of Edward’s truck, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The FHP says Edwards was pronounced dead at the scene. Edward’s passenger Daniel A. Smith, 16, of Jay was also pronounced dead at the scene. A second passenger, Jessica L. Smith, 20, of Jay was later pronounced dead at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. The third passenger in the vehicle, Jacob Castleberry, 17, of Jay was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital where he was listed in critical condition. The Smiths were reportedly brother and sister.
Arnett was not injured, according to the FHP. His passenger, Glinda M. Arnett, 30, of Baker was listed in serious condition at Sacred Heart Hospital.
None of the six people involved in the accident were wearing seatbelts, the FHP says. Alcohol was not a factor with Arnett in the crash, and whether or not alcohol was a factor with Edwards is still under investigation, according to the highway patrol.
The accident happened about 10:30 Friday night at the intersection of Jefferson Avenue and Highway 4.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash and finding Edward’s car on fire in the middle of Highway 4 when they ran to the scene to see what happened. They reported trying to put the fire out, but they said they were unsuccessful until firemen arrived on the scene.
Arnett’s pickup truck involved in the crash came to rest in the ditch on the north side of the highway.
The accident is still under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. There were no charges filed.
The Century Volunteer Fire Department, the McDavid Volunteer Fire Department and the Flomaton Fire Department responded to the scene.
Highway 4 at Jefferson Avenue remained closed for several hours Friday night and early Saturday morning.
Pictured above and bottom: Three people were killed in this car Friday night in Century. Pictured below: Two people in this pickup truck were injured in Friday night’s wreck in Century. Editor’s note: The white sheet in the photographs is simply lying on a portion of the vehicle.
Photo Gallery From Molino Girls Softball Preseason Games
April 12, 2008
In Molino, there are two 16u teams, the Cats and the Jags. As of April 5, the Jags were undefeated after downing Bellview 17-3, making them 6-0 on the year. They are led by pitcher and catcher Ronnie R. and Mariena H.The Cats who are led by pitcher Samantha and Kayla N. were 3-3 after their April 5 game.
If you child plays balll at Molino, Century or Walnut Hill? NorthEscambia.com would love to have your photos, stats and scores. Just email news@northescambia.com with your information.
For a photo gallery from the first few games of the year from the Molino 16u teams, click here.
Molino 16u softball photos submitted by Deni Deron.
PER Rescues Two Horses From Highway 168 Residence Friday
April 12, 2008
Authorities removed two horses from a residents on Highway 168 near Raines Road in North Escambia Friday afternoon.
Panhandle Equine Rescue took possession of the an Arabian mare named Raven and her eight month old colt called Racer, according to PER’s President Diane Lowery. She said PER had been investigating the case for about four months.
“The horses were not being fed properly,” Lowery told NorthEscambia.com. “After receiving two reports of the horses loose on Highway 168 and trying to work with the owner on several occasions, we decided we needed to take action before the horses or someone was killed on the highway.”
The owners voluntarily surrendered the horses. No charges will be filed, Lowery said.
They will up for adoption in 30 days. If you are interested in adopting, fostering or donating towards the vet bills, please go to www.panhandleequinerescue.org to get additional information.
Panhandle Equine Rescue is non-profit organization with the mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and provide adoption services for abused, neglected, and abandoned equines. PER is authorized by the by the court system in Escambia County to investigate equines in trouble.
Pictured: One of the horses rescued from Highway 168 Friday afternoon. Submitted photo, click to enlarge. Warning: While not graphic, some readers may find the enlarged photo to be offensive.
Send Us Your Spring Break Pictures
April 12, 2008
We want your Spring Break pictures! This week was Spring Break for Escambia students, and we want to run a Spring Break photo gallery.
Email us and let us know what you, or your children, did for Spring Break, and send pictures . Email to news@northescambia.com with your information and your photos.
The 2008 Season Opens For Century Little League Ball
April 11, 2008
The 2008 little league ball got off to an official start Friday evening in Century with an opening pitch by Mayor Freddie McCall.
The six teams were all introduced by their coaches prior to the opening pitch at Showalter Park.
Pictured above: Century Little League President Kevin Merchant looks on as Century Mayor Freddie McCall throws the opening pitch for the 2008 season Friday evening at Showalter Park. Pictured below: Part of the opening ceremony. NorthEscambia.com exclusive photos, click to enlarge.
For a compete photo gallery, including photos of each team, click here.
Does your child play ball in Century, Molino or Walnut Hill? We need your help with pictures, stats and scores this year. Email news@northescambia.com and let us know how you can help provide coverage for the children in our communities.
